Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
The Symbols panel lets you apply multiple objects by painting them on the page. Sym-
bols used in combination with the Symbolism tools offer options that make creating re-
petitive shapes, such as blades of grass, easy and fun.
Getting started
In this lesson, you'll add symbols to a map. Before you begin, restore the default prefer-
ences for Adobe Illustrator CC. Then, open the file containing the finished artwork to see
what you are going to create.
Note
On Windows, if you see a message about compatible GPU, click OK.
1. To ensure that the tools and panels function exactly as described in this lesson, de-
lete or deactivate (by renaming) the Adobe Illustrator CC preferences file. See
Restoring default preferences ” in the Getting Started section at the beginning of
the topic.
2. Start Adobe Illustrator CC.
Note
If you have not already downloaded the project files for this lesson to your
computer from your Account page, make sure to do so now. See the “ Get-
ting Started section at the beginning of this topic.
3. Choose File > Open, and open the L13_end.ai file in the Lesson13 folder in the
Lessons folder on your hard disk.
If you want to view the finished map as you work, choose View > Zoom Out and
adjust the window size. Use the Hand tool ( ) to move the artwork where you
want it in the Document window. If you don't want to leave the finished map open,
choose File > Close.
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